Anderson County
Whitescarver Legacy Pines
S/S SH 294 Elkhart, TX 75839
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Description
Whitescarver Pine Legacy includes 233.877± surveyed acres near Elkhart in Anderson County, Texas. The property combines managed pine timber, rolling terrain, a pond, mature hardwood-lined drainage, established interior trails, and multiple open areas for hunting and recreation. Frontage and access along State Highway 294 provide a direct connection to the surrounding road system. The land may support continued timber management, hunting, fishing, wildlife management, trail riding, camping, and other recreational uses.
Land, Timber and Topography
The property is predominantly wooded with established loblolly pine stands that have been managed through multiple thinning cycles. This management history has produced a combination of pine canopy, understory vegetation, interior trails, and open areas. The property also has a documented history of tree-farm management, providing a foundation for continued forestry practices based on a new owner’s objectives.
Elevations range from approximately 260 feet to 340 feet above sea level, creating about 80 feet of topographic variation across the property. The terrain transitions between higher pine-covered areas and lower elevations associated with the primary drainage. These changes provide visual variety, natural drainage, and a mixture of upland and lowland habitat.
An established interior trail system provides access through the timber and connects different portions of the property. Multiple existing openings are available for hunting setups, wildlife management, camping, equipment staging, or other recreational activities. The combination of trails and openings allows the property to be used without requiring extensive initial clearing.
Water and Native Habitat
A pond provides a central surface-water feature for fishing, wildlife use, and recreation. The property’s primary drainage provides an additional natural feature and is lined with mature mixed native hardwoods. Pockets of water have been observed within the drainage during periods of extreme summer heat, although water levels and conditions may vary with rainfall and seasonal weather.
The transition from managed pine stands to mature hardwoods along the drainage creates a varied East Texas landscape. In addition to loblolly pine, hardwood areas may include native oak, sweetgum, elm, and other species commonly found in the Pineywoods. Yaupon, American beautyberry, native grasses, and other understory vegetation contribute additional cover and browse throughout the area.
Recreation and Wildlife
The combination of pine timber, hardwood drainage, surface water, trails, and open areas provides several ways to use and manage the property. Existing openings can accommodate hunting locations, wildlife observation, camping, or other outdoor activities. The trail system also provides practical access for property maintenance, recreational vehicles, and movement between the different land features.
White-tailed deer, feral hogs, squirrels, rabbits, songbirds, and other native wildlife are commonly found throughout this portion of East Texas. The changes in elevation and vegetation create a mixture of wooded cover, feeding areas, and natural travel corridors. Wildlife presence and recreational conditions vary by season, weather, and management practices.
Improvements and Utilities
A rustic fishing shed is located near the pond and is served by electricity. The structure is not represented as a residence and does not have water, plumbing, or wastewater service. It may provide a basic gathering place, equipment storage area, or shelter during recreational visits.
Electricity currently serves the fishing shed, but no other utility services are represented. Buyers should independently verify service capacity, utility availability, installation requirements, and costs for any planned improvements. Personal property does not convey unless specifically included in a written contract.
Location and Regional Recreation
The property is located near Elkhart, with Palestine serving as a larger regional center for groceries, dining, medical services, supplies, and other amenities. State Highway 294 provides access to communities throughout southern Anderson County and the surrounding East Texas region.
Regional outdoor destinations include Davy Crockett National Forest, Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area, the Four C National Recreation Trail, and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department-managed lands such as Gus Engeling Wildlife Management Area. These destinations provide additional public opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, wildlife viewing, and permitted hunting. They are not part of the property, and applicable access requirements, seasons, permits, fees, and regulations should be confirmed with the managing agency.
Minerals and Due Diligence
Sellers will reserve all owned minerals. The property is subject to recorded easements and title matters, and a survey is available for review. Buyers should review the survey, title commitment, recorded documents, utility information, timber conditions, water features, and improvements as part of their due diligence.
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Small Game, Big Game, Predators, Waterfowl, Fish, Creek/Spring, Food Plot, Trail Network, Surface Only
Details
- 233.877± surveyed acres, consisting of a 232.8-acre main tract and separate 1.077-acre highway tract
- State Highway 294 frontage and access near Elkhart
- Certified American Tree Farm System property, Tree Farm No. 7089
- Approximately 190 acres of improved loblolly pine planted in 1997
- Timber thinned in 2017 and late 2022 through early 2023
- Pond and dam developed in 1956, plus varied topography and natural drainage
- Unimproved timber and ATV roads supporting forestry, hunting and recreation
- Rustic fishing shed with electricity, no running water, plumbing or sewer
- Ag Exemption is currently in place
- All descriptions and exhibits are considered to be reliable but should be verified by buyer or buyer’s agent
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The information contained herein is deemed reliable but is not warranted or guaranteed by the Broker, its Agents, or the Seller. Access to property, access to utilities, or any measurements including but not limited to, acreage, square footage, frontage, and mapping boundary lines shared herein has not been independently verified and is for purposes of marketing only. If exact measurements, access to property, or access to utilities is a concern, the property should be independently measured or investigated by the prospective buyer.
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